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2012-2013 Academic Catalogue [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

AT 201 - Introductory Astronomy: the Solar System

Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 3

An introductory course examining astronomical concepts in the solar system, starting with constellations and orientation of the night sky. Topics will include observational methods and telescopes, orbits and origins of planets, comets, meteors, and recent discoveries from planetary space probes. (Offered in the fall semester only.) Note: Satisfies core curriculum science requirement. When Offered: Offered every other year in fall.